Daily Brief: Afternoon — July 20, 2026

The Piaz — Daily Brief & Weekend Edition · Jul 20, 2026 · 4m

The Piaz Afternoon Brief for Monday, July 20, 2026. 7 stories, independent analysis, no ads and no lobby money. Khalil al-Hayya has been elected the new Hamas leader. This narrow victory signals a reinforced focus on Gaza, as the region remains under severe Israeli blockade and renewed aggression. In this brief: 1. Khalil al-Hayya Elected Hamas Leader Amidst Intensified Gaza Blockade (Al Jazeera - Middle East) 2. Trump Vows Immunity for Netanyahu as 'War Criminal' Label Ignites US Political Spat (The Hill) 3. Trump Administration Seeks Phone Records of Journalists and Families in Air Force…